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Manchester Beach

Point Arena, CA
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4.0 of 5 stars 1 Review
Description: This 650-acre expanse has huge sand dunes, driftwood and a profusion of wildflowers.
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Woodland, California
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2011
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It's a long stretch of beach with fine gray sand, littered with kelp, driftwood, and bits of wildlife. It's great for a long walk, sand castles, and dodging the surf. But it is unimproved and has few restrooms. The undertow makes it unsafe for swimming. Enjoy it for what it is. More

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